New York City

September 17, 2026

SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 | CHIC NYC | NEW YORK CITY

About

The Summit is a half-day conference to grow your network, expand + learn w/talks & workshops. Inspired to create clarity in career + life.

Where Ambitious Women meet for one evening of impact and inspiring connections!

Welcome to The Summit NYC, an expansive half-day where Leadership meets Beauty Conference!

September 17th, 5pm-9pm, downtown Manhattan, New York City.

An evening packed with inspiring panels to set you up for success, insightful talks, authentic connections and beauty experiences.

This event is one you won’t want to miss.

Spots are limited. Secure yours today, and invite a friend to join you.

Event Hosted by The Chic Experience, Event Architect, Amy Nicole Cohen

Tickets Here

Arrival, Sips and Snacks and Connections | DOORS OPEN AT 5:00PM

Talk: The Power of Showing Up (for Max Momentum) ♦️ Power Panel: Self-Confidence, Values & Alignment ♦️ Activations & Beauty with Elate Cosmetics & Health + Wellness brand ♦️ Networking, Wine & Snacks ♦️ Power Panel: Feeling Your Best by Doing your Best. ♦️ Gifting and Surprises worth Showing Up for!

🌸 Invest in yourself—it’s the best return you’ll ever get. 🌸

Speakers

Meg Marie O'Rourke

Founder of Harmony With Food

I’m Meg O’Rourke, a functional nutrition practitioner in Rhode Island with over 20 years of experience helping people resolve digestive issues, weight loss resistance, food sensitivities, and fatigue that conventional medicine often overlooks.

Jen Aks

Leadership Coach, Author, TEDx Speaker & Founder of The Power of Gesture®

Jen Aks is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author of Your Body Is Speaking, and creator of The Power of Gesture® — a somatic practice rooted in neuroscience that uses the hands to unlock the intelligence women were born with but were never taught to trust. With over three decades as an educator and somatic practitioner, Jen bridges IQ — cognitive intelligence — and BQ — body intelligence — empowering women to lead with confidence, clarity, and the full strength of who they are.

Melodie Reynolds

Founder of Elate

Founded by Melodie Reynolds, beauty industry insider of 20 years, Elate was born of Melodie’s penchant for kindness—for ourselves, each other and our planet. Disheartened by the unethical and unsustainable practices typical of the industry, Melodie envisioned a different future—one without shame-based marketing or single-use packaging. She founded Elate in 2014 on a mission: To redefine what “low waste” looks like in the cosmetics industry.

Meet The Host

Amy Nicole Cohen

Hi, I’m Amy.

I am thrilled you’re here and hope we connect soon. With over 20 years in the beauty and event industries, I create retreats and experiences designed to inspire meaningful connection, personal growth, and professional expansion. Whether it’s a private retreat or a large-scale event, every detail is thoughtfully curated to ensure that women feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

My work is rooted in the belief that when we show up—fully and authentically—change happens. Hoping to see you at a Chic event or retreat shortly.

I can’t wait to welcome you.